©Novel Buddy
Leveling Up All The Milfs-Chapter 64
The evening air was warm and honey-thick as Kaito closed the distance between himself and Yumi. Her smile was a sunbeam, cutting through the pleasant fatigue of his day. She held the basket in front of her like a small offering.
"Kaito-kun," she said, her voice a gentle melody. "I was just bringing your mother some of the extra strawberries from my patch. They’re perfect right now." Her rose-pink eyes flickered over him, taking in his slightly damp, disheveled state from the bathhouse. A knowing, playful glint appeared in them. "You look like you’ve been... working hard."
He could smell the strawberries from where he stood, a sweet, summery scent mingling with her own light perfume of gardenia and warm skin. "You could say that. Library shelves and cedar baths."
"A well-rounded education," she teased, her smile softening. "Is Hikari-san inside?"
"She should be." He moved to open the shop door for her, the little bell above jingling. The interior was cool and shadowed, the display cases empty and clean for the night. The smell of sugar and vanilla lingered, a comforting baseline.
Hikari emerged from the back kitchen, wiping her hands on her apron. Her silver braid was impeccable, but a faint smudge of flour adorned one cheekbone. Her blue eyes took in the scene: Kaito, still flushed from his labors and the memory of Mizuki’s kiss, and Yumi, bright and bashful on the threshold.
"Yumi-chan!" Hikari’s face lit with genuine warmth. "What a lovely surprise. And strawberries! You angel." She bustled forward, taking the basket and peeking under the cloth. "Oh, they’re gorgeous. Perfect for tarts tomorrow."
"I’m glad," Yumi said, her gaze drifting back to Kaito. "I... also wanted to thank Kaito-kun again. For his help in the garden yesterday. He was... incredibly thorough."
The words hung in the air, innocuous on the surface but laden with shared, secret meaning. Hikari’s eyes, sharp and perceptive, darted between them. A slow, maternal smile touched her lips, one that held no jealousy, only a deep, approving satisfaction. She saw the connection, the new thread woven into their shared tapestry.
"He has a talent for being thorough," Hikari said lightly, placing the basket on the counter. "Would you like some tea, Yumi-chan? I was just about to put the kettle on."
"Oh, I wouldn’t want to intrude..."
"Nonsense. It’s no intrusion." Hikari’s tone was firm but kind. "Kaito, show her to the back sitting room. I’ll bring everything in."
It was a gentle directive, a subtle orchestration. Kaito nodded and gestured for Yumi to follow him through the curtain behind the counter, into the private living quarters. The sitting room was cozy, the kotatsu table already set with two floor cushions. Evening light filtered through the paper-screen windows, painting the tatami mats in stripes of gold.
Yumi settled onto a cushion, smoothing her simple yellow sundress over her knees. The fabric was thin, summer-weight, and it clung to the generous curves of her hips and thighs. Her light ash-blonde hair was loose around her shoulders, catching the light like spun wheat. She looked beautifully, vulnerably out of place in his home, yet completely at ease.
"Your mother is so kind," Yumi said, her voice a soft murmur.
"She is." Kaito sat opposite her, close enough that their knees almost touched under the low table. "She sees a lot."
Yumi’s rose-pink eyes met his, and a faint blush colored her cheeks. "I suppose she does." She played with the edge of the tablecloth. "I couldn’t stop thinking about today. About yesterday, I mean. In the garden."
"Neither could I."
Her blush deepened. "It felt... different than I expected. Not just the... the physical part. But after. I felt so... light. Happy. And a little brave." She looked up, her expression earnest. "Is that strange?"
He reached across the table. He didn’t take her hand, just let his fingertips rest near hers on the tatami. "No. It’s not strange at all. It’s how it should feel."
Her fingers shifted, her pinky finger brushing against his. A tiny, electric connection. "Ryo is staying at a friend’s again tonight. For a study group." The words were offered like a gift, tentative and precious.
Before he could respond, Hikari entered with a tray bearing a ceramic teapot, three cups, and a small plate of the fresh strawberries. She moved with her usual graceful efficiency, setting everything down.
"Here we are. The first harvest is always the sweetest." She poured tea for each of them, the steam carrying the grassy scent of sencha. Then she did something unexpected. Instead of taking the third cushion, she remained standing, her hands clasped before her apron. Her gaze was soft, encompassing them both.
"I have some account books to review in the kitchen. It’s a dreadfully boring task. You two enjoy your tea." Her blue eyes held Kaito’s for a meaningful second. Take your time. Be present. The unspoken message was clear. She was giving them space, deliberately, blessedly.
"Thank you, Hikari-san," Yumi said, bowing her head slightly.
"Thank you, Mom," Kaito added, the gratitude in his voice for more than just the tea.
Hikari smiled, a serene, knowing curve of her lips, and slipped back through the curtain, leaving them in the quiet, golden room.
The silence she left behind was intimate, charged with possibility. Yumi let out a soft breath she seemed to have been holding. "She’s giving us privacy."
"She is."
Yumi picked up her teacup, cradling it for warmth. "I feel... I feel like I’m in a dream sometimes. Since you... since we..." She shook her head, a stray lock of ash-blonde hair falling across her face. "I’m a mother. I do laundry and pull weeds and make sure my son eats his vegetables. This... this kind of attention... it’s..."
"It’s what you deserve," Kaito finished for her, his voice firm.
Her eyes glistened, suddenly bright with unshed tears. She blinked them away, smiling shakily. "You say that so easily." She took a sip of tea, then set the cup down. Her movements were deliberate now, less nervous. She plucked a strawberry from the plate, its surface a perfect, glossy red. "Here. Taste."
She leaned forward, extending the berry towards his lips. It was an intimate, feeding gesture. He met her gaze and opened his mouth. She placed the berry on his tongue, her fingers lingering for a heartbeat against his lower lip.
He bit down. The flavor exploded, intense and sugary, with a perfect hint of tartness. Juice threatened to drip from the corner of his mouth.
"Sweet," he murmured.
Before he could move, Yumi was shifting. She didn’t reach for a napkin. Instead, she leaned further across the table, her body bridging the space between them. Her eyes were locked on his mouth. With a soft, deliberate focus, she closed the small distance and touched her lips to the corner of his, catching the stray droplet of strawberry juice.
It was a kiss of pure, unadulterated sensation. The sweet-tart taste of the berry, the soft, warm pressure of her mouth, the faint scent of gardenia and summer sun on her skin. It lasted only a second, but it sent a shockwave of pure, molten heat straight to his core.
She pulled back, her lips now glistening. She licked them slowly, tasting the juice she’d stolen. Her rose-pink eyes were dark, pupils wide. "Very sweet," she whispered.
The kotatsu table was suddenly a frustrating barrier. He saw the same thought flash in her eyes. Without a word, he pushed himself up and moved around the table. The tatami was soft under his knees as he settled beside her, their shoulders touching. The proximity was immediate, overwhelming. He could feel the heat radiating from her body through the thin cotton of her dress.
She turned to face him, her expression a mix of shyness and newfound daring. "Is this okay?"
In answer, he lifted his hand and cupped her cheek. Her skin was so soft, warmed by the evening and her blush. He stroked her cheekbone with his thumb, and he felt her lean into the touch, her eyes fluttering closed. He let the Calming Touch flow, not to soothe, but to deepen, to amplify the trust and the yearning.
A soft, shuddering sigh escaped her. "Your hands..."
He used that hand to guide her face towards his. The second kiss was not a stolen taste. It was a declaration. Her mouth opened for him willingly, eagerly. The flavor of strawberries and tea and Yumi filled his senses. Her lips were plush and yielding, moving against his with a slow, building hunger.
She made a small, desperate sound in the back of her throat and her hands came up, one tangling in the hair at the nape of his neck, the other clutching at the fabric of his shirt. The kiss deepened, turning wet, searching. Her tongue slid against his, a shy exploration that quickly grew bolder.
He wrapped his arm around her waist, pulling her closer. She came willingly, melting into his side until she was half in his lap, her weight a delicious pressure. The generous swell of her breast pressed against his arm, and he could feel the firm peak of her nipple even through the layers of their clothes. The memory of her in the garden, of her mouth on him, flooded back with dizzying intensity.
His other hand slid from her cheek down the column of her neck, over the delicate collar of her sundress. His fingers traced the neckline, then dipped beneath the thin fabric, seeking the warm, smooth skin of her shoulder. He pushed the strap down, just an inch. The action was slow, asking permission with every millimeter.
She broke the kiss, breathing heavily, her forehead resting against his. Her eyes were closed, her long lashes casting shadows on her flushed cheeks. She didn’t stop him. She arched her back, just slightly, a silent plea for more.
He pushed the strap further, baring the elegant curve of her shoulder and the top of her arm. He bent his head and pressed his lips to the newly exposed skin. It tasted of salt and sunshine and her. He kissed a slow trail from the point of her shoulder up to the sensitive hollow where her neck met her collarbone.
She gasped, her fingers tightening in his hair. "Kaito..."
He nuzzled the spot, then dragged his tongue over it, feeling her pulse jump wildly under his lips. Her body was trembling against him, a fine, constant vibration of arousal. His own need was a hard, aching throb, but he kept his movements slow, worshipful. This was about her. About exploring this new bravery she spoke of.
His hand, still at her waist, slid around to the small of her back. The yellow cotton of her dress was soft and worn. He traced the line of her spine through the fabric, then let his palm drift lower, over the incredible, lush curve of her backside. He palmed the full, heavy cheek, his fingers sinking into the soft, giving flesh. She was ample, womanly, a handful and more. The sheer, decadent abundance of her took his breath away.
She moaned, a low, throaty sound, and pressed her hips forward, grinding the softness of her belly against the rigid proof of his desire. The friction, even through their clothes, was maddening.
"You feel... so good," she breathed against his ear, her voice husky and unfamiliar. "So solid."
His hand squeezed her rear, kneading gently, and she made another broken sound. He shifted his hips, aligning himself more perfectly with her core. They began to move together, a slow, grinding rhythm against the kotatsu table, fully clothed, yet more intimate than any nudity. The rustle of fabric, the soft, wet sounds of their kissing, the ragged symphony of their breathing filled the quiet room.
His lips left her neck to reclaim her mouth. This kiss was fiercer, hungrier. She met him with equal fervor, her tongue tangling with his, her hands roaming now—over his shoulders, down his back, clutching him to her as if she were drowning and he was air.
He tugged the strap of her dress down further, and this time, the neckline gaped, revealing the upper swell of her breast and the lacy edge of a simple beige bra. The sight of that pale lace against her sun-kissed skin was devastatingly erotic. He dragged his thumb over the exposed curve, feeling the plush weight of her.
She shuddered. "More..."
It was a whisper, but it was a command. He hooked a finger under the lace of her bra cup and pulled it down. Her breast spilled free, full and heavy, the nipple a tight, dusky-pink bud. He stared, captivated by the beautiful, natural abundance of her. He’d seen her in the garden, but this was different. This was in his home, in the soft evening light, with her permission and her pleading gaze.
"You’re beautiful, Yumi," he said, the words raw and true.
A tear escaped her eye, tracing a path through her blush. She didn’t speak, just watched as he lowered his head.
He didn’t take the peak into his mouth immediately. He nuzzled the soft, warm flesh first, inhaling her scent—clean skin, a hint of laundry soap, and something uniquely, essentially her. He kissed the underside of her breast, then laved his tongue over the sensitive skin, moving in slow, concentric circles towards the center.
She was panting, her back arched, offering herself completely. Her hands cradled his head, not pushing, just holding him there.
Finally, his lips closed over her nipple. He sucked gently, his tongue flicking the taut peak.
Her cry was sharp, unfiltered. Her hips bucked against his, a frantic, involuntary motion. "Oh! Oh, yes... right there..."
He sucked harder, drawing more of her into his mouth, worshipping her with lips and tongue. He switched to the other breast, giving it the same lavish attention, pushing the fabric of her dress and bra down until both were bare and glistening in the low light. He lavished them, kissing, licking, sucking, until she was writhing in his lap, her murmurs turning into a continuous, desperate litany.
"Kaito... please... I need... I feel so..."
He knew what she needed. The grinding rhythm had become frantic, but it wasn’t enough. The layers between them were a torment. His hand, still cupping her magnificent rear, slipped from the curve of her cheek around to her inner thigh. He pushed the hem of her sundress up, gathering the soft cotton in his fist until it was bunched around her waist.
She gasped, her eyes flying open. They were hazy with passion, but a flicker of her earlier shyness remained. She was exposed now to the warm air, wearing only her simple, cotton panties. The sight of her, so lush and wanton in his lap, her dress rucked up, her breasts bare and heaving, was the most arousing thing he had ever seen.
His hand smoothed up the inside of her thigh, feeling the tremor in her muscles. He reached the junction of her legs, his fingers brushing over the damp cotton of her underwear. The fabric was already soaked through, warm and clinging to her contours. He pressed the heel of his palm against her core, applying a firm, steady pressure.
She cried out, her head falling back, a cascade of ash-blonde hair tumbling down her back. Her hips rolled, grinding herself against his hand, seeking more friction. "Yes... yes..."
He rubbed her through the wet fabric, his other arm a tight band around her waist, holding her secure as she moved. He watched her face, transfixed by the play of ecstasy across her features—the parted lips, the fluttering eyelids, the deep flush that spread down her chest.
"Come for me, Yumi," he murmured against the skin of her throat, his voice a low rumble. "Let go. I’ve got you."
His words, the pressure of his hand, the overwhelming sensations—it was too much. Her body stiffened, a silent scream on her lips. Then she shattered. Her inner muscles clenched around nothing, a powerful, rhythmic pulse he could feel even through the fabric. A high, keening whimper broke from her as she shook violently in his arms, her release washing over her in deep, shuddering waves.
He held her through it, his palm a constant, grounding pressure, his lips pressed to her sweaty temple. He absorbed her tremors, her cries, the absolute surrender of her body. It was a gift, this trust, this vulnerability.
Slowly, the tremors subsided. She went boneless against him, her breathing a ragged, broken thing. He gently withdrew his hand from between her thighs, bringing it up to cradle her head against his shoulder. He didn’t speak, just let her come down, stroking her hair, her bare back.
After a long moment, she stirred. She lifted her head, her rose-pink eyes dazed and sated, filled with a wonder that made his heart clench. She looked at him, then at her own state of undress, and a soft, embarrassed laugh bubbled out of her.
"I... I can’t believe I just did that. In your sitting room."
"I can," he said, smiling. He carefully adjusted her bra and pulled the strap of her dress back up over her shoulder, his touch tender.
She caught his hand, bringing it to her lips and kissing his palm. "No one has ever... made me feel like that. So... seen. And so... wild." She looked towards the curtain, a flicker of anxiety returning. "Your mother..."
"Is giving us time," he reassured her. "She understands."
Yumi nodded, still looking wondrously overwhelmed. She shifted in his lap, and her movement brushed against the hard, straining outline in his trousers. A fresh wave of color flooded her cheeks, but this time it was accompanied by a look of determined curiosity. Her hand, small and warm, drifted down from his chest, over his stomach.
"You’re still..." she whispered, her fingers hovering just above the prominent bulge.
"It’s okay," he said, his voice tight. "You don’t have to—"
"I want to," she interrupted, her gaze lifting to meet his. The shyness was still there, but it was now fused with a new, confident desire. "I want to learn. I want to... reciprocate." Her fingers finally made contact, tracing the length of him through the fabric of his trousers. Her touch was hesitant, then firmer, curious. "It’s so... big. Even like this."
He hissed in a breath, his hips pushing up involuntarily into her tentative touch. The sensation, even muted by cloth, was incredible after watching her fall apart.
She bit her lip, studying the effect she had on him. Then, with a resolve that thrilled him, she began to work at the button of his trousers. Her fingers fumbled slightly, clumsy with nervous excitement. He didn’t help, letting her navigate the unfamiliar territory. The snick of the button coming undone was loud in the quiet room.
The zipper followed, its rasping sound definitive. She pushed the fabric apart, and he sprang free, thick and painfully erect, straining against the confines of his boxer-briefs. The thin cotton did little to hide the impressive outline, the broad head clearly defined.
Yumi’s breath caught. Her rose-pink eyes were huge. She stared, mesmerized. Slowly, she hooked her fingers into the waistband of his underwear and tugged them down, freeing him completely.
The evening air was cool on his heated skin. He watched her face as she took him in—the thick, veined shaft, the flushed, broad head, the sheer, intimidating size of him that required two hands to fully encompass. Awe, a flicker of apprehension, and then a deep, hungry fascination warred in her expression.
"May I...?" she asked, her voice a reverent whisper.
"Please," was all he could manage.
Her hand, soft and slightly damp from her own excitement, wrapped around his base. Her fingers didn’t meet. She needed her other hand to join it, her two hands forming a loose, warm cage around him. She just held him for a moment, feeling his heat, the powerful throb of his pulse. Then, with exquisite slowness, she began to stroke.
It was unpracticed, a little awkward, but the sheer earnestness of her touch, the look of rapt concentration on her face as she learned his shape, was more erotic than any expert technique. She pumped her hands, her thumbs sliding over the sensitive underside of his head on each upstroke.
He groaned, his head falling back, his hands gripping her hips. "Yumi... that’s... perfect."
Encouraged, she tightened her grip slightly, her strokes gaining confidence. She leaned forward, her bare breasts brushing against his abdomen, and her gaze dropped to where her hands worked him. Her tongue darted out, wetting her lips.
"Can I...?" she started, then changed her mind. Instead of asking, she bent lower. He felt her warm breath ghost over the weeping tip, then the soft, tentative press of her lips against the very crown.
A jolt of pure lightning shot up his spine. Her mouth was so soft, so warm. She kissed him there, a shy, closed-mouth press, then another. Then her tongue emerged, a pink, curious point, and she licked a slow, broad stripe from root to tip, tasting the salty prelude beading there.
He shuddered, his fingers digging into the soft flesh of her hips. "God..."
She took that as approval. Her mouth opened wider. With a bravery that stole his breath, she took the head of him into her mouth, her lips stretching in a tight, warm ’O’ around his considerable girth. She couldn’t take much, just the broad crown, but she sucked gently, her tongue swirling.
The sensation was unbelievable. The wet heat, the soft suction, the sight of her ash-blonde head bobbing tentatively in his lap. She pulled off with a soft, wet pop, breathing heavily, her eyes glazed with a mix of arousal and effort.
"It’s... a lot," she panted, a droplet of saliva tracing from her lip to his shaft.
"You’re incredible," he rasped, his voice gravel.
She smiled, a beautiful, sated, yet hungry smile. She leaned in again, this time using her hands to guide him as her mouth worked over the head, her tongue flicking and probing. The combined sensation of her hands stroking his length and her mouth suckling his tip was pushing him rapidly towards the edge. The coil of tension in his gut wound tighter and tighter, a spring about to snap.
He was close. So close. The image of her—disheveled, beautiful, her mouth stretched around him—was going to be his undoing.
The curtain to the kitchen rustled.
Both of them froze.







